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   Bot·u·lism

   /ˈbäCHəˌliz(ə)m/

   

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   • 1. food poisoning caused by a bacterium (botulinum) growing on improperly sterilized canned meats and other preserved foods.

   Word Origin mid 19th century: from German Botulismus, originally ‘sausage poisoning’, from Latin botulus ‘sausage’.

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   What is human botulism?

   • Human botulism may refer to foodborne botulism, infant botulism, wound botulism, and inhalation botulism or other types of intoxication. Foodborne botulism, caused by consumption of improperly processed food, is a rare but potentially fatal disease if not diagnosed rapidly and treated with antitoxin.

   Botulism - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   What is botulism poisoning?

   • Botulism (or botulism poisoning) is a rare but very serious illness that transmits through food, contact with contaminated soil, or through an open wound. Without early treatment, botulism can lead to paralysis, breathing difficulties, and death. There are three main types of botulism:

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   What is botulism & how is it treated?

   • Botulism is a rare but serious illness that attacks your body’s nervous system. Types of botulism include foodborne, infant and wound botulism. Botulism is usually caused by a bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. Symptoms include muscle weakness and paralysis. Treatment typically includes antitoxin to prevent the toxin from causing more damage.

   Botulism: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments - Cleveland Clinic

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3. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › botulismBotulism - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Jul 12, 2022 · Botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Learn about the different forms of botulism, how they occur, and what symptoms and treatments are available.

4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › BotulismBotulism - Wikipedia

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   Botulism is a rare and potentially fatal illness caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. The disease begins with weakness, blurred vision, feeling tired, and trouble speaking. This may then be followed by weakness of the arms, chest muscles, and legs.

5. www.who.int › news-room › fact-sheetsBotulism - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Sep 25, 2023 · Botulism is a rare but potentially fatal disease caused by ingestion of botulinum toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The toxins block nerve functions and can lead to respiratory and muscular paralysis. Learn about the different types, sources and prevention of botulism.

6. www.cdc.gov › botulismAbout Botulism | Botulism | CDC - Centers for Disease Control ...

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   Apr 18, 2024 · Botulism ("BOT-choo-liz-um") is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Botulism causes difficulty breathing, muscle paralysis, and even death. The toxin is made by Clostridium botulinum and sometimes Clostridium butyricum and Clostridium baratii bacteria (germs). These bacteria can produce the toxin in food ...

7. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesBotulism: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments - Cleveland Clinic

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   Feb 22, 2023 · Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by bacteria that produce a poison (toxin) that attacks your nervous system. Learn about the different types of botulism, how they affect your body, and how they are treated.

8. www.cdc.gov › botulism › hcpClinical Overview of Botulism | Botulism | CDC

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   Apr 22, 2024 · Clinical features. Patients with mild or early botulism (male) and severe botulism (female). Patients may appear lethargic but are fully conscious. Botulism is a neuroparalytic illness characterized by symmetric, descending flaccid paralysis of motor and autonomic nerves, always beginning with the cranial nerves.

9. www.healthline.com › health › botulismBotulism: Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis - Healthline

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   Sep 29, 2018 · Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. It can affect infants, children, and adults through food, soil, or wounds. Learn about the types, signs, and treatment of botulism.